¹⁵ And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one; to each according to his several ability; and he went on his journey.

²⁴ And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, that owed him ten thousand talents.

⁴⁸ but he that knew not, and did things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few `stripes'. And to whomsoever much is given, of him shall much be required: and to whom they commit much, of him will they ask the more.

¹³ And he called ten servants of his, and gave them ten pounds, and said unto them, Trade ye `herewith' till I come.

¹⁴ But his citizens hated him, and sent an ambassage after him, saying, We will not that this man reign over us.